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Yoruba People, Carved Wood Crocodile Mask.

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Yoruba People, Carved Wood Crocodile Mask.

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Description

Carved wood with polychrome, horizontal mask depicting crocodile. Green, red, black and white geometric painted designs with curled snake. Yoruba people, Nigeria. Early to mid 20th C. (Approx. 54" long, 8 1/2" tall, 11" wide).

Condition

Very good condition for age.

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Yoruba People, Carved Wood Crocodile Mask.

Name: Yoruba People, Carved Wood Crocodile Mask.
SKU: 40514691
Price: 750 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $750 - $1,500

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Starting Price $400

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